Tulsa Gentleman: Ruby Tuesday

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Ruby Tuesday - Tuberous Begonia

I was in Southwoods nursery last weekend and took a few photos. Tuberous begonias come in an amazing variety of colors. I am always seduced by their beauty but bring them home only to watch them curl up and die. They are a bit too fussy for my garden.

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5 comments:

Leedslass said... [Reply to comment]: Oh how I agree with you. Beautiful in the shop but get them home and the flowers seem to drop immediately.; Tuesday, September 17, 2013
DrillerAA said... [Reply to comment]: They do make a great Ruby Tuesday entry. But like you said, some things are probably best left at the store. I also like plants that are less fussy and more forgiving of the weather extremes as well as my potential neglect.; Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Jeannie Marie said... [Reply to comment]: My begonia's here in Florida have survived all the other plants. It may be the humidity, but I think they are strong because they bloom and grow all year long here.; Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Karen said... [Reply to comment]: Beautiful brilliant colour. I too have a brown thumb with begonias.; Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Gemma Wiseman said... [Reply to comment]: Such a rich rich red. They are a bright delight.; Wednesday, September 18, 2013